A Theory of Relativity
By Jacquelyn Mitchard
(HarperTorch, Mass Market Paperback, 9780061031991, 416pp.)
Publication Date: April 4, 2002
Categories: General
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Jacquelyn Mitchard's first novel, The Deep End of the Ocean, launched Oprah Winfrey's Book Club and riveted millions of readers worldwide. Now this supremely talented author offers her most powerful work to date. The emotional story of a fierce custody battle over a little girl, A Theory of Relativity is an unforgettable tale of love and the bonds that unite us all.
Jacquelyn Mitchard is the New York Times bestselling author of The Breakdown Lane, Twelve Times Blessed, and The Deep End of the Ocean, which was the very first book picked by Oprah for her book club. Now You See Her was Jackie's debut young adult novel, and she also has several children's books to her credit: Baby Bat's Lullaby; Starring Prima!; Ready, Set, School!; and Rosalie, My Rosalie. Jackie lives outside Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and eight children.
"Deft . . . complex . . . a powerful tale of a shattering custody battle."
-Us Weekly
"Mitchard . . . brings literary finesse, wisdom, and deep emotion to this believable and remarkably involving tale."
-Booklist
"Few are her equal in illuminating the personal stake we all have in the daily business of living."
-People











